2000 Mazda Protege vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Protege is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Protege (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Protege should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 905 kg more than 1982 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda Protege (164 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (113 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda Protege will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda. 2000 Mazda Protege has automatic transmission and 1982 Seat Ronda has manual transmission. 1982 Seat Ronda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Protege will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Protege | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Protege | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
